US Embassy Computer Management Assistant Job Vacancy in Liberia

NOTE: ALL NON-LIBERIAN APPLICANTS MUST HAVE THE REQUIRED WORK AND/OR RESIDENCY PERMITS ALLOWING WORK IN COUNTRY BEFORE BEING ELIGIBLE TO APPLY.

The U.S. Embassy is seeking an individual for the position of COMPUTER MANAGEMENT ASSISTANT within the Public Diplomacy Section.

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:
Under the direct supervision of the Director of the Information Resource Center (IRC), the incumbent is responsible for the mission’s Internet website (www.monrovia.usembassy.gov). Continuously updates the Mission Internet website to keep its content current and relevant to Mission goals and activities. Operating within State and Mission regulations and guidelines, updates web content to maximize viewers’ visual interest and promote the use of the information products within the site. Manages all Audio and Visual Technology for the Public Diplomacy Section and its programs; which includes the Polycom Digital Video Conference equipment, public address systems, projectors, video and audio recording equipment. Takes and edits photos and videos for social media. Maintains the IRC computer lab.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Delivers information to clients through direct messaging and through the design and maintenance of the Mission website.
• Delivers Computer Literacy Training to clients per the instructions of the PAO.
• Working in coordination with the PD Section, designs and creates information products as needed. Edits and adapts existing information products to facilitate delivery to and use by clients.
• Posts outreach materials electronically to the target audience and on the Mission website and responds to requests for materials.
• Updates content and activities on the Embassy website/social media sites. Constructs special websites per PAO’s request, maintains social media accounts and CD/DVDs for the Mission to support special bilateral events, such as Presidential visits.
• Advises other webmasters in methods, formats, standards and techniques. Keeps abreast of emerging information technology.

QUALIFICATIONS:
1. A university degree and specialized courses in computer technology and graphic design is required.
2. Two years of progressively responsible experience in the field of webpage management and graphic design is required.
3. Level IV (fluent) English written and spoken English. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
4. Ability to update content and manage websites and knowledge of electronic retrieval and delivery tools, in particular the Internet, web design, content management and maintenance, CD/DVD production; awareness of standard information science practices and procedures.
5. Ability to respond rapidly to requests; ability to work effectively with American supervisors as well as with local staff, ability to plan, organize and manage assigned responsibilities using electronic based technologies including the Internet, CD/DVDs and print resources.

A copy of the complete position description listing all duties and responsibilities is available
in the Human Resources Office, ((231) 777-054824) and at http://monrovia.usembassy.gov/vacancies.html.

SELECTION PROCESS:
When fully qualified, US Citizen Eligible Family Members (USEFMs) and US Veterans are given preference. Therefore, it is essential that the candidate specifically address the required qualifications above in the application.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION CRITERIA:
1. Management will consider nepotism/conflict of interest, budget, and residency status in determining successful candidacy.
2. Current employees serving a probationary period are not eligible to apply.
3. Current Ordinarily Resident employees with an Overall Summary Rating of Needs Improvement or Unsatisfactory on their most recent Employee Performance Report are not eligible to apply.
4. Currently employed US Citizen EFMs who hold a Family Member Appointment (FMA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment.
5. Currently employed NORs hired under a Personal Services Agreement (PSA) are ineligible to apply for advertised positions within the first 90 calendar days of their employment unless currently hired into a position with a When Actually Employed (WAE) work schedule.

TO APPLY:
Interested candidates for this position must submit the following for consideration of the application:
1. Universal Application for Employment (UAE) as a Locally Employed Staff or Family Member (DS-174); or
2. A combination of both; i.e. Sections 1 -24 of the UAE along with a listing of the applicant’s work experience attached as a separate sheet; or
3. A current resume or curriculum vitae that provides the same information found on the UAE (see section 3A below for more information); plus
4. Candidates who claim US Veterans preference must provide a copy of their Form DD-214 with their application. Candidates who claim conditional US Veterans preference must submit documentation confirming eligibility for a conditional preference in hiring with their application.
5. Any other documentation (e.g., essays, certificates, awards) that addresses the qualification requirements of the position as listed above.
3A. If an applicant is submitting a resume or curriculum vitae, s/he must provide the following information equal to what is found on the UAE. Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application:
A. Position Title
B. Position Grade
C. Vacancy Announcement Number (if known)
D. Dates Available for Work
E. First, Middle, & Last Names as well as any other names used
F. Date and Place of Birth
G. Current Address, Day, Evening, and Cell phone numbers
H. U.S. Citizenship Status (Yes or No) & status of permanent U.S. Resident (Yes or No; if yes, provide number)
I. U.S. Social Security Number and/or Identification Number
J. Eligibility to work in the country (Yes or No)
K. Special Accommodations the Mission needs to provide
L. If applying for position that includes driving a U.S. Government vehicle, Driver’s License Class/Type
M. Days available to work
N. List any relatives or members of your household that work for the U.S. Government (include their Name, Relationship, & Agency, Position, Location)
O. U.S. Eligible Family Member and Veterans Hiring Preference
P. Education
Q. License, Skills, Training, Membership, & Recognition
R. Language Skills
S. Work Experience
T. References

SUBMIT APPLICATION TO:
Human Resources Office
Attention: Computer Management Assistant
American Embassy
P. O. Box 98
1000 Monrovia 10 Liberia
Drop in application box at Gate #3

The Universal Application Form (DS-174) can be picked up at Gate 3 or the Human Resources Office